In this episode, host Lina Forrestal talks to Dr. Tolulope Olabintan all about her experiences as a mom of two and practicing physician. Dr. Tolu is Board-Certified Family Physician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. With over 13 years of medical experience, she leads the team at Livingspring Family Medical Center, a primary care center located in Mansfield, Texas. Tolulope is also a mom, wife, and Christian. 

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Dr. Tolu's birth story: her experience with PPROM (premature rupture of membranes), being admitted to the hospital at 24 weeks and finally giving birth at 34 weeks
  
  

• Dr. Tolu's experience with post partum anxiety and Lina's post partum anxiety
  
  

• How faith and Christianity helped support Dr. Tolu during her post partum depression
  
  

• How new moms can take care of their mental health during the newborn phase
  
  

• How a new mom recognize the difference between post-partum depression and the baby blues
  
  

• What a couple can do to help maintain a healthy relationship during the newborn phase
  
  

• Navigating friendships and finding your mom community in the newborn stage
  
  

• What inspired Dr. Tolu to take the leap and open her own practice

Learn more about Livingspring Medical. Livingspring was coined from the bible describing God as “The Living Spring” and the ultimate source of true healing. In the place of service, Dr. Olabintan believes she is a conduit of such healing in an atmosphere of compassion, committed care, and with her sound medical knowledge.

Connect with Dr. Tolu on Instagram: @dr_olabintan

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Artwork Credit: Gabi's Media

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